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LR08 OJJ

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 37,658 miles on the clock, averaging 2,145 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.

MOT & Mileage History for LR08 OJJ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
37,658
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2011
100%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 0 failed ✓

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
2,145

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading37,658 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,360
Average per year2,145
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR08 OJJ 5k13k21k30k38k '11'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage37,658 miles
Since last MOT+3,360 miles
PASS
Mileage34,298 miles
Since last MOT+4,460 miles
PASS
Mileage29,838 miles
Since last MOT+3,769 miles
PASS
Mileage26,069 miles
Since last MOT+3,955 miles
PASS
Mileage22,114 miles
Since last MOT+2,437 miles
PASS
Mileage19,677 miles
Since last MOT+2,033 miles
PASS
Mileage17,644 miles
Since last MOT+4,803 miles
PASS
Mileage12,841 miles
Since last MOT+3,704 miles
PASS
Mileage9,137 miles
Since last MOT+768 miles
PASS
Mileage8,369 miles
Since last MOT+733 miles
PASS
Mileage7,636 miles
Since last MOT+306 miles
PASS
Mileage7,330 miles
Since last MOT+421 miles
PASS
Mileage6,909 miles
Since last MOT+338 miles
PASS
Mileage6,571 miles
Since last MOT+372 miles
PASS
Mileage6,199 miles
Since last MOT+996 miles
PASS
Mileage5,203 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil

The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR08 OJJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LR08 OJJ

What car is LR08 OJJ?

LR08 OJJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.

What is the mileage of LR08 OJJ?

The last recorded mileage for LR08 OJJ was 37,658 miles, recorded on 27 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR08 OJJ passed its MOT?

LR08 OJJ has had 16 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (16 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 27 Mar 2026.

Is LR08 OJJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR08 OJJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is LR08 OJJ?

LR08 OJJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.